Substacks recommended by Lori Corbet Mann

Recommended by Lori Corbet Mann

Focused on narrative, messaging, and cutting through the noise. Writing what leaders won’t say, and what people need to hear.

For What Comes Next

By John Hamilton

Writing and music from within this fractured time—and planting a few seeds for what comes next.

John puts words (and music) to what so many of us are feeling but can’t quite name. It's honest, thoughtful, and grounded.

- Lori Corbet Mann

Democracy for Sale

By Peter Geoghegan

A newsletter dedicated to revealing how dark money and hidden influence threaten our democracy

If you want to understand how dark money and hidden influence are reshaping UK politics, this is essential reading. The investigations of Peter and his team spark real change, making the right kind of trouble.

- Lori Corbet Mann

Let's Address This with Qasim Rashid

As a human rights lawyer I bring the receipts to debunk disinformation and advance the fight for absolute justice.

Qasim is a human rights lawyer who breaks down complex human rights issues in the US with clarity, consistency, and integrity. For readers looking for sharp, accessible analysis rooted in lived expertise and legal insight.

- Lori Corbet Mann

How to Survive the Broligarchy

By Carole Cadwalladr

Girl power vs Tech bros

Carole coined the term broligarch — and she’s one of the few people who’s been investigating them for nearly a decade. If you care about power, platforms, and how to fight back, this is essential reading.

- Lori Corbet Mann

Oligarch Watch

By Judd Legum

Accountability journalism for the world's wealthiest people.

A single billionaire is shaping public discourse, policy, and infrastructure across multiple countries — it's essential we understand what he's doing. Caleb Ecarma reports on Musk's growing influence.

- Lori Corbet Mann

The Conscientious Emigrant by Conscientious Emigration™

By Elizabeth Silleck La Rue

Emigrating from the US with and intentional approach to environmental, economic, and social impacts abroad.

Elizbeth uses her skills as a lawyer, policy analyst, and storyteller to offer honest, grounded guidance for people leaving the US with care for their impact on new communities. If you're looking to emigrate thoughtfully and responsibly, she's the one you go to.

- Lori Corbet Mann